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Tbilisi, Georgia

Worked on "Abakino", an iPad app designed for mathematics education. The application employsApple's PencilKit, allowing students to sketch, add images, and write formulas on a digital whiteboard.• Simplified the process of adding images directly from Files and Photos.• Designed a dual-mode interface: one for editing recently imported images from Files or Photos, andanother mode for drawing.• Implemented an application-wide Undo feature, enhancing user experience by enabling easyreversion of actions.• Introduced export functionalities, allowing users to save their work in CSV and PNG formats.

Tbilisi, Georgia

In my current role, I specialize in supporting clients, ranging from native iOS and Android developers to those utilizing cross-platform frameworks like Unity and UE.• Expertly assist clients in crafting iOS applications, with a keen understanding of Swift, SwiftUI, Objective-C, and related technologies.• Perform in-depth code analysis and debugging in Swift and Objective-C, pinpointing and resolving SDK integration challenges.• Proficiently work with a wide range of iOS frameworks and master dependency management tools, particularly Cocoapods.• Employ Combine for seamless execution of asynchronous tasks and efficient data stream management.• Foster a close collaboration with the iOS development team, proactively identifying bugs and streamlining the SDK for optimum performance.• Spearhead the creation and enhancement of technical documentation, sample code, and best practices, encapsulating the diverse facets of iOS development.

Part of a 20-person team developing a cross-platform app on Scandinavian mythology. Responsibilities include implementing UI programmatically using UIKit and SnapKit, integrating Local Notifications for user engagement, developing a custom audio player with AVFoundation, and constructing a network layer for API communication.

I took the lead in developing a user-centric application for the Autism Research Institute to assist caregivers in tracking the developmental progress of children with autism.The app was engineered from the ground up, primarily using SwiftUI complemented by UIKit components where necessary. A pivotal requirement was the app’s ability to operate with complete data privacy; thus, I implemented Core Data for local data storage solutions. Additionally, I Integrated Local Notifications to facilitate user engagement and provide consistent updates within the app.

Moscow City, Russia

In this position, I monitor news, edit materials, write articles, work with photo and video materials for my articles, and test various devices (computers, tablets, smartphones, cameras, all wearable electronics, and more).Also, I interview and review various press conferences, exhibitions, and other events, publishing news in the accounts of the publication and then publishing summarizing material on these events. So, I was the only journalist from Russia who visited the GITEX Technology Week 2018 technology exhibition in Dubai to highlight the contribution of Russian developers and inventors to the technological sphere.

Moscow City, Russia

In the publishing house i10.ru, my position was called "Driver." As a driver, I had to write 4-6 materials daily and monitor my colleagues' materials. If the editors didn't have time to complete their part of the plan, I came to the rescue.In addition to daily news materials, I also wrote reviews on various equipment and author's long-reads about everything that came to mind (and maybe potentially interesting to the reader).In addition to the above, my duties included writing articles on the results of various significant events, such as presentations by Apple, Samsung, and Huawei, and exhibitions like IFA and MWC.

Moscow City, Russia

Early in my career, I embraced a versatile role, engaging in a broad spectrum of technical tasks that enhanced my adaptability and problem-solving skills in software development. My responsibilities included:• Designing and implementing websites using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, honing my understanding of user interfaces and user experience principles applicable to iOS development.• Writing scripts in Python for automation and data manipulation, which laid the foundation for my logical thinking and algorithmic problem-solving skills.• Assisting in server configuration and maintenance, gaining insights into the backend systems that are crucial for mobile app functionality and performance.• Developing and executing test plans and schedules, including load testing and error analysis, skills that I apply in ensuring the reliability and efficiency of iOS applications.• Facilitating error resolution and maintaining communication with developers, which enhanced my teamwork and coordination abilities, essential for successful app development projects.

Undergraduate Studies Not Completed, Mechanical Engineering

Technician, Energy Management And Systems Technology

Activities and Societies: Completed an internship at a boiler plant, and worked at a thermal power station after graduation.